Raiders may have to focus on the draft
It sure looks like the Las Vegas Raiders may look for the next starting running back in the draft.
An already uninspiring free-agent class is quickly evaporating with several top options off the board.
RB deals so far:
Najee Harris: Chargers
Aaron Jones: Vikings
Javonte Williams: Cowboys
Rico Dowdle: Panthers
AJ Dillon: Eagles
Kenneth Gainwell: Steelers
Elijah Mitchell: Chiefs
Samaje Perine: Bengals
Khalil Herbert: Colts
Ty Johnson: Bills
Jeremy…— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2025
The Raiders, who would like an upgrade at the position, were reportedly interested in Pittsburgh’s Najee Harris, but he signed with their AFC West rival, the Los Angeles Chargers.
There are some running backs available, including J.K. Dobbins, Nick Chubb and Miles Sanders. But for the most part, the remaining veteran running back market is lackluster.
While the veteran market is weak, the good news, for the Raiders, is the draft class is strong.
There are many options and the Raiders could look to fill their need at Np. 6 in the form of Boise State star Ashton Jeanty.
Other possibilities include Omarion Hampton (North Carolina), Kaleb Johnson (Iowa) and TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins who were both with new Raiders’ offensive coordinator Chip Kelly at Ohio State in 2024.
After this week’s movement and what’s left, the Raiders will likely look to the draft at running back even if they bring in a veteran to the room.
